And she should, this is important to be present when baby is born and growing. Those who 'communicated' importance to their wives... I don't have good explanation honestly. You don't want to be their kid anyway.

Then you haven't done a good enough job communicating why it's important. :) My wife was really supportive because she knew it'd be worth it.

I guess for some families it depends a lot on how long they have been hungry, having to put off everything etc.

Not having money must be worse than beeing alone a few months?